Virgil J. Meyer, 98, of Defiance, Ohio, peacefully passed into the arms of Jesus on Monday, September 16, 2024 at Kingsbury Place, Defiance. Virgil was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend to so many.

He is survived by his children; June Martin of Defiance, Connie (Mark) Tobias of Oregon, Ohio, Ron Meyer of Defiance, grandchildren; Jeff (Cindy) Fronk, Greg (Tracey) Fronk, Mattie (Alex Derr) Martin, Dan (Kristy) Tobias, Brian (Jessica) Tobias, Aaron Tobias, Ben (Becky) Tobias, Derek (Heidi) Meyer, Trey (Allie) Meyer; step granddaughters, Tina and Tricia Martin, 19 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and a sister-in-law, Lillian Meyer.

Virgil was preceded in death by his parents, Henry L. and Clara (Biederstedt) Meyer, his wife, Betty A. (Flory) Meyer, sister Mildred Wendt; brothers Melvin, Walter, and his twin brother, Vernon, son-in-law David Martin, daughter-in-law Sue Meyer, grandson Chad Meyer, and great-grandson Luca Tobias.

He was born on December 3, 1925 in Henry County, Ohio. Virgil graduated from Jewell High School in 1944, where he played basketball and baseball and loved to tell the story of him playing in the baseball State Tournament his senior year. After high school, he served in the U.S. Army for two years returning home to marry the love of his life, Betty A. Flory. They wed on November 17, 1946 and had 64 wonderful years together until her passing in 2011. Virgil farmed and worked at Hudson Feeds in Okolona, Ohio. He led a very active life, serving on the school board, township trustee, zoning inspector and  held various positions at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, where he was a devoted member. He also was a Life Member of VFW Post 3360, Jewell American Legion Post 0635 and Tinora Athletic Boosters. Many people envied his car license plate which read -- TINORA -- .

Virgil and Betty enjoyed many rounds of golf at St Mike's, playing with friends and also competitive leagues. Betty had a hole-in-one and Virgil had two holes-in-one. The enjoyment of golf took them on many day trips and vacations throughout the years. Their passion in life, however, was being involved in all the activities of their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren which included school, church and sports. Never missing the opportunity to cheer them on. Family and friends may call at Schaffer Funeral Home, Defiance on Friday, September 20, 2024, from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm.  Funeral service will be held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Okolona on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00 am.  There will be visitation from 10:00 am to 11:00 am prior to the service at the church. Burial will follow immediately in the church cemetery with graveside services accorded by VFW Post 3360. Memorials can be made to Bethlehem Lutheran Church Memorial Fund or The Chad Meyer Memorial Scholarship Fund. Online condolences can be given at www.Schafferfh.com.

Bethlehem Lutheran Church Memorial Fund

The Chad Meyer Memorial Scholarship Fund